think piece

See also: thinkpiece

English

Alternative forms

• thinkpiece

Noun

think piece (plural think pieces)

1. (often derogatory) An in-depth article that discusses a topic thoroughly and elaborates the writer's point of view, to inspire deep thought related to the article's subject.

   Synonyms: dope story, (less common) thought piece

   • 2018, “Blaxploitation”, in Room 25‎, performed by Noname:

     Write a think piece in the rap song, the new age covenant / If you really think I'm cooking crackin, pass me the oven mitts

Usage notes

Often pejoratively contrasted with news. Think pieces are usually published by magazines, newspapers or web sites.

See also

• opinion piece
• trend piece
• thumbsucker